HIGHER EDUCATION

What is Social Care?

What is Social Care?

Social care is a profession where people work in partnership with those who experience marginalisation, disadvantage, or special needs. Social care workers professionally guide, challenge and support those entrusted to their care toward achieving their maximum potential. Social care workers may work, for example, with children and adolescents in residential care; people with learning or…

BA honours in Geography and Outdoor Education

BA honours in Geography and Outdoor Education

This programme combines the study of the Geography, Landscape and Adventure. Students explore and examine the geology, archaeology and ecology of the Irish landscape and realise the potential of adventure tourism, green exercise and nature therapy.  Mayo’s mountain’s and the wild Atlantic coast provide an ideal location for the fieldwork elements of the course.  Students…

Drama Education at Griffith College

Drama Education at Griffith College

By Laura Pomphrett Higher Diploma in Arts in Drama Education Graduate I have always had a love of drama and so in 2017, I decided to complete the Higher Diploma in Arts in Drama Education at Griffith College.  Some of my fondest memories from school involved performing in plays and musicals and I firmly believe…

Theology as an education in wisdom

Theology as an education in wisdom

Theology is probably not at the top of a lot of people’s lists when considering what to study at university. After all, not too many people grow up thinking they want to be theologians! But studying theology at St Patrick’s College Maynooth just might be a good choice for you. Let me explain why.  Why…

Part-time Study Options at NUI Galway

Part-time Study Options at NUI Galway

We have reached a significant milestone in March 2021, a full year of living with COVID-19, a year like no other. As we look back on this year and the skills that we have learned – at speed, this global pandemic has changed the way we live, work and communicate with one another.  “Having celebrated…

Study History and Geography in GMIT

Study History and Geography in GMIT

For students interested in history, geography, archaeology and wildlife, the BA (Hons) in History & Geography in GMIT’s Mayo Campus offers the opportunity to study an area they love while preparing for a career afterwards.  The programme combines classroom-based and fieldwork activities to give students a diverse and varied experience that is both academic and…

University Learning in the North West

University Learning in the North West

St. Angela’s College continues to adapt in using a concept of learning never before experienced on such scale. The academic year 2020-2021 began with a hybrid model of on-site practicals and virtual lectures, following national guidelines, the College has put in place the measures required to ensure the safety of students and staff on campus…

Why Study Teacher Education at GMIT?

Why Study Teacher Education at GMIT?

These dynamic and exciting initial teacher education programmes allow students to develop a range of creative, technical, digital, and pedagogical skills relevant to post-primary teaching. Small class sizes and passionate and experienced staff will help you to achieve your potential and make the most of your time in college. The teaching facilities available to students…

A Global Success Story – Engineering and Innovation at Munster Technological University

A Global Success Story – Engineering and Innovation at Munster Technological University

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CAO 2021 – Think Mary Immaculate College

CAO 2021 – Think Mary Immaculate College

If you’re looking for career focussed degrees, a vibrant student scene, both on and off campus, along with a supportive learning environment look no further than Mary Immaculate College.  According to Dr Geraldine Brosnan, Director of Student Life at MIC: “MIC prides itself on our high-quality student experience on both our MIC Limerick and MIC…

Cracking Cybersecurity – Smart Futures

Cracking Cybersecurity – Smart Futures

James Caffrey works on implementing the National Cyber Security Strategy at the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment.He explains in detail what cyber security is and the important role it’s going to play in years to come. Picture the scene. You are the Principal of a school and you prepare to travel there after…